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PXJ 281J

1971 Land Rover Jeep

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

33,453 mi
Last recorded33,453 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2017
Typical for 1971 Land Rover Jeep56,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPXJ 281J
MakeLand Rover
ModelJeep
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2017 33,453 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 33,396 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 31,362 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 30,160 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Dec 2010 25,617 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 23,681 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 23,680 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Leaf spring splayed and action impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Aug 2007 23,679 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 23,673 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Jeep?

Based on 2,119 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
515
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
220
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 85
Stop lamp not working 82
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 49
position lamp(s) not working 48
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PXJ 281J is a 1971 Land Rover Jeep in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1971 Land Rover Jeep models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 56,923 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Jeep fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PXJ 281J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Jeep typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this Land Rover Jeep is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PXJ 281J registered?

PXJ 281J is a 1971 Land Rover Jeep, first registered on 6 January 1971.

Is PXJ 281J safe to buy?

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